The movie is about a troubled young woman whose issues with self-esteem, substance abuse and self-injury (“cutting”) will star the formidable Kat Dennings, with Chad Michael Murray and Rupert Friend (“The Young Victoria”) also int the cast.

Filming has begun on “RENEE,” the independently produced feature film inspired by the true story of Renee Yohe, a young Florida woman whose commitment to cease her cycle of chaos from drug addiction, alcohol abuse and self-injury motivates many teenagers and young adults today. Starring Kat Dennings (upcoming “Thor,” “Norah and Nick’s Infinite Playlist”) as ‘Renee,’ Chad Michael Murray (“One Tree Hill”) as ‘Jamie Tworkowski’ and Rupert Friend (“The Young Victoria,” “Pride & Prejudice”) as ‘David McKenna,’ the supporting cast also includes Corbin Bleu (“High School Musical”), Mark Saul (“The Social Network,” “Grey’s Anatomy”), Will Peltz (“Sugar”) and Juliana Harkavy (upcoming “Dolphin Tale”).

Nathan Frankowski (“No Saints For Sinners”) directs the movie from the script he helped write with newcomer Kate King Lynch. Their script is what attracted the attention of this remarkable cast who are some of the brightest young stars of Hollywood.

The story follows 19-year-old Renee (played by Kat Dennings) who has always loved fairy tales: the idea of a princess, a hero and a happily ever after. But Renee’s life is that of a darker tale: she’s a young woman battling addiction, depression and self-injury. In a creative blend of artistic fantasy balanced with harsh reality, the movie follows Renee on her courageous journey towards recovery.

Told in juxtaposition between gritty realities and rich fantasy, the film will also have a strong musical presence featuring performances on camera from Travie McCoy and singer/songwriter Rachael Yamagata, among others.

Two Streets Entertainment is a collaborative production endeavor of investors and producers fused together to ensure this story is told.

“Renee” is produced by Cameron “Kim” Dawson, David Blair McKenna, and David Nixon with Executive Producers Tom Swanson and Jayson Stringfellow rounding out the producing team. Paul Sirmons is the Line Producer.

Notably, Producer David Blair McKenna was the person who offered his home to Renee some years ago so she could become sober for those five days before entering rehab, which cemented their life-long friendship.

Jamie Tworkowski, the founder of To Write Love on Her Arms (www.twloha.com), wrote a true story about meeting Renee during those intense five days. He posted the story on MySpace, and to his surprise, found that it resonated with many teenagers and young adults to the extent that he created the successful non-profit group, naming it after the title of his story, “To Write Love on Her Arms.” Since 2006, the TWLOHA team has responded to thousands of emails from over one hundred countries asking for help, as well as donating almost $1,000,000 for treatment and recovery.

Shot entirely on location in Orlando, where Renee Yohe is from, the movie will feature as many backgrounds and locations as possible from the actual true story.

Two Streets Entertainment is pleased to include Valencia Community College, The DAVE School, and Full Sail University as participants in production. Some of their film major students are working on this movie to gain valuable experience.

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starring Keira Knightley & Matthew Macfadyen

Synopsis

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When Elizabeth Bennet (Keira Knightley) meets the handsome Mr. Darcy (Matthew Macfadyen), she believes he is the last man on earth she could marry. But as their lives become intertwined in an unexpected adventure, she finds herself captivated by the very person she swore to loathe for all eternity. Based on the beloved masterpiece by Jane Austen, it is the classic tale of love and misunderstanding that sparkles with romance, wit and emotional force. Critics are calling it "Exhilarating. A joy from start to finish." (Carina Chocano, Los Angeles Times)

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Pride & Prejudice 2005Taglines

~*~ Sometimes the last person on earth you want to be with is the one person you can't be without.~*~A romance ahead of its time.

~*~ An opinionated young woman and an arrogant, rich snob overcome their initial antipathy and various other social obstacles to fall in love.

~*~This holiday season, experience the greatest love story of all time.

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01. Dawn02. Stars And Butterflies03. The Living Sculptures Of Pemberley04. Meryton Townhall05. The Militia Marches In06. Georgiana07. Arrival At Netherfield08. A Postcard To Henry Purcell09. Liz On Top Of The World10. Leaving Netherfield11. Another Dance12. The Secret Life Of Daydreams13. Darcy's Letter14. Can't Slow Down15. Your Hands Are Cold16. Mrs. Darcy17. Credits

Music Written & Performed by Golden Globe, BAFTA, and Academy Award Winner Dario Marianelli

Performed by pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet with The English Chamber Orchestra

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»Love Song - In US Theaters February 17, 2017 (Jena Malone co-stars as Mindy)» Tulip Fever - In US Theaters August 25, 2017 (Judi Dench as The Abbess of St. Ursula and Tom Hollander co-star as Dr. Sorgh. Cornelius Booth also stars)» Victoria and Abdul - In US Theaters September 22, 2017 (Judi Dench co-stars and reprising her Mrs. Brown role as Queen Victoria)» Murder on the Orient Express - In US Theaters November 22, 2017 (Judi Dench co-starsasPrincess Dragomiroff)» Darkest Hour - In US Theaters November 24, 2017 (directed by Joe Wright)

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